Alright – so today we’ve got the honor of introducing you to Hannah Burke. We think you’ll enjoy our conversation, we’ve shared it below.
Hannah, looking forward to hearing all of your stories today. Have you been able to earn a full-time living from your creative work? If so, can you walk us through your journey and how you made it happen? Was it like that from day one? If not, what were some of the major steps and milestones and do you think you could have sped up the process somehow knowing what you know now?
When I started my business, it was part-time building one client at a time. To supplement that, I worked in Food and Beverage to bring in enough income to live independently.
It allowed me to work through the work day, build my clientele and then go into work at night.
I had to make a choice at one point to invest a good amount into my business and I did-it was the best decision I have ever made. From there, the calls kept coming in and now I am able to be a full time creative agency.
Awesome – so before we get into the rest of our questions, can you briefly introduce yourself to our readers.
I have a long-running passion for visual storytelling that I’m proud to say I’ve made into a career. From a young age, I have always had an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong work ethic, two of which are extremely important when starting a business.
From my beginnings as a TV producer, to my love for travel, everything comes back to one thing: storytelling. I love to show the world through different lenses and explore new, beautiful, and exciting ways to do so. I find inspiration in so many things in my life; my amazing friends and family, the stunning trips I’m lucky to take, and the amazing local businesses that bloom all around Charleston. Capturing things like this, filled with love and creativity, is a dream job that I can’t believe I’m lucky enough to pursue.
What sets me a part from other creative agencies is that I am the Jane of all Trades. I have more than a decade of professional photography expertise and six years of marketing experience under my belt. Above all, I have an immense passion for what I do, which ensures that I am never idle or bored.
Every client is different and I build strategies based off of their goals. We don’t follow trends, we create them.
What do you think helped you build your reputation within your market?
Be a good person.
This was the best advice I have ever received when owning a business. By establishing genuine connections with my clients, I take the time to understand their unique needs and preferences, creating a comfortable environment where they can confidently entrust me with their business and/or craft.
What’s the most rewarding aspect of being a creative in your experience?
One of the most rewarding aspects of my work is the people I meet and the relationships I build with them. It brings me immense joy to witness the continuum of their lives, as they entrust me with capturing significant moments from each major event. It is truly an incredible feeling to see their lives expand and grow, knowing that they have placed their trust in me to document these precious moments.
Contact Info:
- Website: hcbcreative.com
- Instagram: @hcbcreative
- Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/HCBEECreative
- Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/hcb-creative
Image Credits
All images were shot by HCB Creative